It doesn’t get more Canadian than going skating with the family. Check out this list of indoor and outdoor skating rinks you can try out.
While we do our best for accuracy, please check ahead as times and dates may change. The outdoor skating rinks are dependent on weather conditions and staffing. Some rinks have limited capacity and require you to pre-book to secure your spot.
To quickly be directed to each city, click the links below:
Armstrong | Cherryville | Enderby | Kelowna | Keremeos | Lake Country | Lavington | Lumby | Oliver | Naramata | Osoyoos | Peachland | Penticton | Summerland | Vernon | West Kelowna
Armstrong
Nor-Val Centre Skating (Indoor)
3351 Park Drive, Armstrong | Website
Cherryville
Cherryville Outdoor Skating Rink (Outdoor)
A community-run ice rink available to the public. Check their Facebook page below for updates on when the rink is open.
Address: 127 North Fork Road, Cherryville (Located in Hanson Park)
Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherryvillerinksociety/
Enderby
Enderby Arena (Indoor)
2024 Enderby Skating Schedule (Closed until September 2024)
Due to mechanical issues, the Enderby Arena is closed until September 2024. Families are invited to enjoy free public skating on several days each week, providing opportunities for all to have some icy fun. Don’t forget your helmets and warm mitts or gloves. Helmets are recommended for all skaters.
1605 Kate Street, Enderby | (250) 838-2665 | Website
Kelowna
Capital News Centre Skating Rink (Indoor)
The Capital News Centre features two NHL-sized rink surfaces and offers public skating during the allocated times below for the public to enjoy. No public skating on statutory holidays. Pre-booking your skate in advance is recommended.
4105 Gordon Drive, Kelowna | Website
Rutland Arena Skating Rink (Indoor)
The Rutland Arena is home to two NHL-sized rink surfaces and offers public skating, parent and tot skating, and senior skate during the allocated times below. No public skating on statutory holidays. Pre-booking your skate in advance is recommended.
645 Dodd Road, Kelowna | Website
Stuart Park Ice Rink (Outdoor)
This iconic Kelowna Ice Rink draws locals and visitors during the winter months to skate outdoors in downtown Kelowna. For the most up-to-date skating schedule, visit kelowna.ca/skating.
Cost: Skating is always free, rentals are available through Bladez (if needed).
1430 Water Street, Kelowna | Website
Big White Skating Rink (Outdoor)
Enjoy beautiful views at Big White while skating on their outdoor rink. Hours and dates of operation are subject to change based on weather and conditions.
Cost: Free to skate – rentals are an additional cost | Website
Kelowna Community Outdoor Rinks:
- Stewart Road West and Westridge Road in the Crawford Estates subdivision
- Lillooet Park off Summit Drive atop Dilworth Mountain
- Next to South Kelowna Elementary School in South-East Kelowna
Keremeos/Similkameen
Similkameen Skating Rink (Outdoor)
The Similkameen Ice Rink is a full-sized, outdoor hockey rink enclosed with half boards and lights. Programs include mites hockey, learn-to-skate lessons, stick and puck, and public skating. The rink is typically open from December to February (weather dependent).
311 9th Street, Keremeos | Facebook | Website
Lake Country
Winfield Arena (Indoor)
Public skating is free on Sunday and Wednesday nights at the Winfield Arena. All ages are welcome to their free, family-friendly public skate.
9830 Bottom Wood Lake Road, Lake Country | Skating Schedule
Lavington
Jeffers Park Ice Rink (Outdoor)
This outdoor rink in Lavington is covered and free to use. This rink is operated by the Lavington Community Association and is weather-dependent. Half the ice rink is allocated for hockey the other half for young children skating. There is a covered seating area for spectators to watch.
Jeffers Park, Lavington | Facebook
Lumby
Pat Duke Memorial Arena (Indoor)
This new arena offers public skating and parent/tot/senior skating – please click the link to see their updated schedule. Please note that the public skating schedule is subject to change and will be cancelled on Lumby Minor Hockey Tournament weekends.
2270 Shields Street, Lumby | Schedule
Naramata
Chute Lake Lodge (Outdoor)
Bring your own skates and enjoy Chute Lake Lodge’s very own outdoor ice rink! The rink is free to guests and open to the public. Fees are by donation. Rentals are not available.
9540 Chute Lake Road, Naramata | Facebook
Oliver
District Wine Village Arena (Outdoor)
Embrace the winter magic at District Wine Village with free public skating on their Synthetic Skating Rink. Bring the family for outdoor skating, s’mores, Okanagan VQA wine, craft beer, and hot chocolate. Enjoy a cozy patio experience while watching the smiles on the ice! Skate rentals are available at $5 per person and skate sharpening at $5 per pair.
100 Enterprise Way, Oliver | Website
Oliver Arena (Indoor)
The Oliver Arena offers pre-registered public skating, parent and child skating, as well as family recreation hockey. No skates, no problem. Skate rentals are included.
6359 Park Drive, Oliver | Website
Osoyoos
Sun Bowl Arena Ice Rink (Indoor)
The Sun Bowl Arena is pleased to offer ice times available for public use during the winter months.
9301 Hummingbird Lane, Osoyoos | View Calendar | Register Online
Peachland
Peachland Outdoor Ice Rink (Outdoor)
This seasonal rink offers a 3 on 3 hockey setup and is equipped with rink lights, providing the perfect opportunity for some outdoor ice fun. While it’s open daily from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm, please note that rentals are not allowed. The rink’s availability depends on consistent temperatures below freezing, and it is lovingly maintained by Peachland Fire and Rescue volunteers. To ensure the park’s preservation, please respect the posted signage, and when conditions are ideal, the rink is freshly flooded nightly at 9:00 pm.
5380 Princeton Ave, Peachland (Mountain View Park) | Website
Penticton
McLaren Arena Skating Rink (Indoor)
Public skating at McLaren Arena is open to all ages – they offer traditional loop skating in one direction with one-third of the ice available for parents with their children under age 5. One-third of the ice is also available for Parent & Tot Skate and Preschool Stick & Puck.
1350 King Street, Penticton | Website
Apex Mountain Resort Adventure Skating Loop (Outdoor)
This 1km loop is truly amazing to enjoy with the entire family. Bring your skates or rent your own as you glide through trees and a winter wonderland. The adventure skating loop is maintained and cleared every day. Please call 250-292-822 to confirm the hours of operation.
100 Stray Horse Road, Hedley (Apex Mountain Resort) | Website
Activate Penticton Skating Rink (Outdoor)
The NEW Penticton Outdoor Skating Rink is located north of the City Hall parking lot, the rink is approximately 40 meters by 14 meters. Bring your skates and enjoy this community outdoor rink.
107 Martin Street, Penticton | Website
Penticton Lakeside Resort Seasonal Ice Rink (Outdoor)
The 30×50 fully lit ice rink set on the Resorts’ private licensed beach is open and available to in-house guests and the public (currently same-household only) by reservation.
Cost: Private bookings are available in two-hour time slots, contact the front desk to reserve your time.
Reservations: (250) 493-8221 or lakeside@rpbhotels.com
21 Lakeshore Drive West, Penticton | Website
Summerland
Summerland Arena (Indoor)
Boasting a 200 x 85-foot ice sheet and 4 dressing rooms, the Summerland Arena offers public skating and parent and tot skating.
8820 Jubilee Road, Summerland | Website
Vernon
Centennial Outdoor Rink (Outdoor)
Weather permitting, this outdoor rink is free for public skating, parent and tot skating, family skating, shinny, ringette, girls hockey, and for the school district. The Centennial Rink can be closed due to weather conditions and holiday schedules.
3409-35th Avenue, Vernon | Skating Schedule
Kal Tire Place & Kal Tire Place North (Indoor)
An NHL and international-sized arena, the facility provides skating, ringette, and hockey to the public.
3445 43rd Avenue, Vernon | Skating Schedule
Priest Valley Arena
Located in the Recreation Complex, the Priest Valley Arena is home to Vernon Figure Skating, the Speed Skating Club, ringette, adult hockey, public skating, and skating lessons.
Information & Bookings: 250-550-3257 | Website
Address: 3409-35th Avenue, Vernon
Brewers Pond at SilverStar Mountain Resort (Outdoor)
Brewer’s Pond offers one hectare of natural skating with room to play hockey or go figure skating. Bring your own skates or rent them and enjoy 2.5 acres of natural skating.
Website: skisilverstar.com/things-to-do/activities/winter-activities/ice-skating#activities
West Kelowna
Jim Lind Indoor Arena (Indoor)
Check their Recreation Guide for their full lineup of public/family skating, parent and tots, and kids’ stick and puck/ring.
2760 Cameron Road, West Kelowna | Website
Shannon Lake Regional Park (Outdoor)
If the weather permits, you can bring your skates and go to Shannon Lake Regional Park’s outdoor skating rink.